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"This is another form of my artistic expression, I showcase all these creatures with the utmost of respect," she mentioned on Instagram. "I understand if this is gross to you or you have a hard time understanding this type of art, but this is a byproduct of MY creativity."

Even though she admits to being afraid of bugs, she's still brave enough to incorporate them into her art.

"I’m doing this series because all things nature inspire me," she states. "I’m inspired by the colors, textures, and even sounds that surround me. I have a deep appreciation and respect towards the world I live in. I want to show how incredible all these creatures are. I also love learning new things, doing research on all of these surely taught me a thing or two and now I have even more appreciation for them."